1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Homo Habilis; Silver Proof) 1998 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Homo Habilis; Silver Proof) 1998 back
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Homo Habilis; Silver Proof

1998 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
1 Crown (0.25)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#374248
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Squatted figure right using tools

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EVOLUTION OF MANKIND
FIRST
STONE
TOOLS
HOMO HABILIS 2.000.000 YEARS
1
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1998 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Homo Habilis; Silver Proof) is a unique and interesting coin due to its design. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of Homo habilis, an early human ancestor, which is a unusual and fascinating choice for a coin design. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to showcase scientific discoveries and evolutionary history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  10000 - - - - - -

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